Samantha Bell
@bellshinesamantha
Cumin-Infused Rice
A fragrant and flavorful cumin-infused rice dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses. This simple recipe elevates plain rice with the warm, earthy notes of cumin, making it a delightful side dish for any meal.
Details
- Cuisine:indian
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:5
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Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 1 cup
- to taste
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 teaspoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cumin-Infused Rice.
Step 1
To start your delicious rice dish, grab a saucepan and bring 2 cups of water to a lively boil.
Step 2
Once the water is bubbling, gently stir in 1 cup of uncooked white rice and add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
Step 3
Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer peacefully for about 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 4
Keep an eye on it until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the water.
Step 5
If you find any excess water lingering, simply drain it away.
Step 6
While the rice is cooking, take a separate pan and warm up 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Step 7
Once the oil is hot, sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of cumin seeds.
Step 8
You'll know they're ready when they start to sputter and release their aromatic fragrance, which should take around 2 minutes.
Step 9
Now, here comes the fun part! Pour the sizzling cumin seed and oil mixture over your perfectly cooked rice.
Step 10
Give it a good stir to ensure every grain is coated in that flavorful goodness.
Step 11
This simple yet delightful addition will elevate your rice to a whole new level.
Step 12
Enjoy your meal!.